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Emergency Department and Urgent Care Facility & Pro-fee Coder - Contractor

AAPC is the world's largest training and credentialing organization for the business of healthcare, providing education, certification, and software solutions to professionals and organizations.

AAPC

Employee count: 1001-5000

United States only

This is a remote role

We are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated coding professional to join our team as an Emergency Department and Urgent Care facility and pro-fee coder. This position is a fully remote contract role. The ideal candidate must have at least 5 years of coding experience with both facility and pro-fee Emergency Room and pro-fee Urgent Care coding experience. The position requires one to be resourceful, organized, independent, and extremely driven.

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

  • Minimum 5 years of coding experience
  • Extensive coding in all aspects of emergency department and urgent care coding
  • Ability to validate hard-coded CPTs/charges
  • Superior knowledge of modifier application
  • Strong knowledge of Cerner and Epic
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Detail oriented and deadline driven attitude
  • Sound knowledge of medical terminology
  • Strong computer skills (Excel, Word, and internet)
  • Ability to multitask and keep a sense of urgency
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Strong time management, organization skills, and work ethic
Job Duties:
  • Accurately code medical records for all urgent care and emergency room services
  • Follow current ICD-10 and CPT coding guidelines
  • Adhere to NCD, LCD, and CCI policies as necessary
  • Apply modifiers as appropriate
  • Ability to work independently and meet project deadlines
  • Stay updated about new coding rules as codes routinely change
  • Responsible and accountable for maintaining the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of protected health information. Follow HIPAA security policies and procedures affecting your job, and report any suspected or actual violation or breach
  • Requires long periods of time sitting and using keyboard and mouse
  • Meet and maintain department production and quality standards
  • Additional tasks/duties as assigned by management
Certification Requirements:
  • CPC, CEDC, CCS, CCS-P, RHIT, or RHIA

Expected Work Volumes

  • Work volumes will vary depending upon projects

AAPC Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company does not and will not discriminate in employment and personnel practices on the basis of race, sex, age, handicap, religion, national origin or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hiring, transferring and promotion practices are performed without regard to the above listed items.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company does not and will not discriminate in employment and personnel practices on the basis of race, sex, age, disability, religion, national origin, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hiring, transferring and promotion practices are performed without regard to the above-listed items.

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At AAPC, we are at the forefront of revolutionizing the business of healthcare through pioneering educational and credentialing solutions. Since our inception in 1988 as the American Academy of Professional Coders, our mission has been to elevate the standards of the healthcare revenue cycle. We began by providing critical education and certification for medical coders in physician-based settings, establishing a new benchmark for professionalism and accuracy in a paper-dominated industry. As the healthcare landscape has been reshaped by digital transformation and complex regulations, we have consistently innovated to meet the evolving demands. Our evolution from a focus solely on coding to embracing the entire spectrum of healthcare administration—including billing, auditing, compliance, and practice management—demonstrates our commitment to comprehensive, forward-thinking solutions.

Through groundbreaking technology and a dedication to continuous advancement, we empower our global network of over 275,000 members to navigate the complexities of modern healthcare with confidence and expertise. We have developed a sophisticated suite of tools and platforms, such as our AI-powered auditing software and the Codify platform, to streamline workflows, enhance accuracy, and optimize revenue cycle management for healthcare organizations worldwide. Our acquisition of Semantic Health underscores our investment in artificial intelligence to drive efficiency and precision in medical auditing. By offering a diverse range of certifications, from the foundational Certified Professional Coder (CPC®) to specialized credentials in risk adjustment and compliance, we are not just reacting to industry changes; we are proactively shaping the future of healthcare business operations, ensuring our members and partners are always equipped with the most advanced knowledge and cutting-edge tools to lead and succeed.

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401(k) Retirement Plan

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